MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

Which of the following statements is correct regarding electrolysis of molten NaCl?

(A)Pale green gas released at anode
(B)Molten silvery white sodium is deposited at cathode
(C)Decomposition of NaCl into Na metal and gas
(D)Both options 1 and 2Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

In electrolysis of molten NaCl, ions migrate to the cathode and are reduced: (molten, silvery white sodium collects at the cathode), while ions migrate to the anode and are oxidised: (pale greenish-yellow chlorine gas is released

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